10 budget-friendly Memorial Day travel ideas

For many people, Memorial Day weekend serves as the official beginning of summer. Although the season technically doesn't start for a month or so after the holiday, families usually take advantage of the three-day weekend to head to the beach or somewhere sunny.

If the holiday came faster than you were able to save for (like most of us), there's no need to fret.

We've compiled a list of the some of the cheapest weekend getaways that still offer activities and a warm temperatures to get you prepared for the summer season.

Relaxing on the beach may be your top go-to idea for the extended weekend, but check out some of the other fun and affordable trip destinations in the gallery below.

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